The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Jurisdiction row: Delhi HC lawyers call off work abstention for now after meet with minister
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Delhi High Court lawyers have temporarily suspended their work abstention following discussions with the Union Law Minister and the Chief Justice regarding a proposed increase in district court pecuniary jurisdiction. The lawyers oppose the change, arguing it would significantly reduce the High Court's caseload and negatively impact their professional livelihoods.
Delhi High Court lawyers on Thursday (July 16, 2026) ended temporarily their abstention from work against a proposed enhancement in the pecuniary jurisdiction of district courts here from ₹2 crore to ₹10 crore.
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